Food Service Assistant - PRN

Sanford Health • Ottumwa, IA

6d

About The Position

The Food Service Assistant performs food service duties, including monitoring and recording food temperatures, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and receiving payments for food and beverages through a computerized register. The role follows Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines and maintains food quality and safety standards. It provides customer service and communicates with patrons and coworkers. On-the-job training is provided. Depending on the location, Serv Safe certification may be required within a designated time frame, and Basic Life Support (BLS) may also be required.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to work independently when necessary.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation processes.
• Ability to remain on one’s feet for most of the day and walk long distances.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in the food industry.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Experience with retail counting and reconciliation of money.
• Knowledge of food service.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record proper food temperatures.
• Set up and maintain a clean and sanitized serving area.
• Prepare and serve food items and restock food areas.
• Clean and sanitize equipment.
• Receive payment for food and beverages using a computerized register.
• Comply with HACCP guidelines for food service.
• Provide outstanding customer service and communicate effectively with patrons and coworkers.
• Establish effective working relationships and maintain quality control standards.
• Operate food service equipment as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed